Karachi traffic police issued over 48,000 traffic challans across the city during a recent enforcement campaign, officials said.

The drive targeted offences such as non-use of seat belts, riding without helmets, speeding and signal violations.

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According to data provided by the Sindh Police, more than 4,400 drivers were fined for not wearing seat belts and 1,564 motorcyclists were challaned for helmet non-compliance in just 48 hours.

The new electronic ticketing system began operating in late October. Under the system the minimum fine begins at Rs 5,000 and can rise up to Rs 100,000 depending on the violation.

Traffic officials say the automated platform reduces direct police-citizen interaction and cuts out informal payments.

The campaign was launched following a surge in traffic accidents and fatalities in Karachi during 2024, when nearly 500 people died and 4,879 were injured in road crashes.

According to the Deputy Inspector General of Traffic, Pir Muhammad Shah, the e-challan system is an important milestone in improving rule compliance and road safety.

The scheme also links with databases of vehicle registration and licences to restrict sale or transfer of vehicles with outstanding fines.

The large number of challans demonstrates a rigorous push by authorities to tighten traffic enforcement in the city. As the system expands and matures, Karachi traffic police expect compliance to improve and risky driving behaviour to reduce.